Tamil Nadu Governor Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar has requested C. Joseph Vijay (president of the Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam, TVK) to present letters demonstrating support from 118 MLAs, the majority needed in the 234-member Assembly. The Congress party, which won five seats in the recent elections, has severed its long-standing ties with the Dravidian major, the DMK, and offered its support to the TVK, potentially securing two Cabinet positions if a coalition is formed. The TVK secured 108 seats in the elections but requires backing from seven more legislators to achieve a majority. The AIADMK has publicly denied any support for the TVK, while other DMK allies are considering their positions. The Governor's request follows the dissolution of the 16th Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly on May 5, 2026, as he seeks to ensure that any new government has the necessary legislative backing.